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Aurizon is offering an exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in rail through our Operational Maintainer (Rail Shunter) Traineeship in Esperance.

As a trainee, you’ll be part of a structured program where you’ll gain practical, hands-on experience while completing a nationally recognised qualification in rail operations (shunting). You’ll work alongside experienced team members in a fast-paced environment, developing the skills needed to build a long-term career with Australia’s largest rail freight operator.

About the role:

• Control the movement of trains and carry out relevant instructions always maintaining safety
• Inspect for faults, repair, service and maintain rollingstock
• Support maintenance of locomotives, ancillary vehicles, machines, and equipment
• Conduct brake testing of trains
• Effectively communicate with other depot personnel as well as clients and operational staff including train control face to face and via two-way radio
• Undertake shunting and marshalling of trains
• Other duties as requested

About you: 

• C Class Drivers Licence (mandatory)
• Shunt qualification (mandatory)
• Strong commitment to safety
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• A willingness to workday & night shift (up to 12hr shifts) and including weekend work as required

Please note that all applicants will be required to undergo psychometric testing, a drug and alcohol test and carry out a criminal history check!

What we offer you:       

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities.

Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
• Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon.

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.

Look to Aurizon for a diverse and collaborative culture.

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers